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Lesson Title: Different Christian Beliefs About Creation (Religious Studies)
This KS4 Religious Studies lesson explores how Christians interpret the creation of the world, examining both Genesis 1 and John’s Gospel. Students analyse the roles of the Trinity in creation and compare literal and metaphorical views. Ideal for supporting understanding of Christian beliefs and scripture in preparation for exam-style questions.

Lesson Aims:

Identify key teachings about creation from Genesis 1 and John’s Gospel

Explain the role of the Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) in creation

Evaluate literal and non-literal interpretations of the creation story

Understand the theological concept of God as transcendent and omnipotent

Explore how belief in creation influences Christian values, purpose, and stewardship

Develop exam skills with 4, 5, and 12-mark questions on creation and belief

This lesson includes retrieval quizzes, scripture analysis, and applied evaluation. Perfect for GCSE AQA Religious Studies (Christianity: Beliefs and Teachings) or OCR/Eduqas equivalents.